8 Reasons why 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasmah' is the most loved show!
The epic sitcom celebrates its glorious journey of 8 years today..
Published: Thursday,Jul 28, 2016 16:28 PM GMT-06:00
8 years ago, we were introduced to a small society called Gokuldham Society in the bylanes of Powder Gali, Goregaon East. The residents of Gokuldham came on our TV screens at 8: 30 pm and made it a promise to make us laugh and forget all our worries.
8 years later, 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' has become the longest running situational comedy series in India and is going still going stronger than ever.
A show that was touted to be an underdog, a show which was telecasted on a lesser popular channel and a show which did not have the quintessential star power' has now become legendary with no intention of going off the tube anytime soon.
'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' completes exciting 8 years today and we list down the 8 reasons why the show has lived up to the promise of making us laugh constantly, emerging as the most loved show till date.
Slapstick Humour
This form of humour was not even prevalent on television screens before TMKOC came on the screens with it. Doing stupid mannerisms and weird faces isn't slapstick humour and that is what TMKOC taught us. Be it the characteristics of characters of the show, or Jethalal's (
Dilip Joshi) impeccable reactions to several situations, TMKOC excelled in presenting fantastic slapstick humour.
Amazing punchlines
Some of it may be monotonous now, but when introduced the catchphrases and punchlines provided to several characters in the show were actually funny. The legendary one-liner '
hey maa, mataji' became a rage as it uttered through the mouth of Daya Jethalal Gada (
Disha Vakani).
Crazy situational comic sketches
The show is a situational comedy and India was really lacking a quality sitcom since 'Dekh Bhai Dekh', '
Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai', and '
Khichdi' went off the tube. TMKOC has provided some absolute laugh riots, be it Jethalal's kidnapping track, Tappu's (
Bhavya Gandhi) child-marriage track or Taarak Mehta apparently cheating on his wife track. These are just some of the many sketches that have made us go rolling on the floor laughing.
Sporadic introduction of funny characters
Pretty soon, the show realised that the popularity and laughter quotient of the show cannot be sustained with monotony. Hence, keeping the flavour of the central characters of the show, TMKOC also kept introducing some hilarious characters in the form of Bagha (
Tanmay Vekaria), Bawri (Monika Bhadoriya) and even occasional appearances from Inspector Chaalu Pandey (Dayashankar Pandey) and many more.
Keeping it simple
One of the unique selling points (USPs) of the show has been its simplicity. While, today, us being in the modern era of television, TMKOC has managed to keep the simplicity of the characters and the show altogether; and that has made the show funnier. Not trying to be fancy with comedy, the show's simple treatment of humour has been pivotal in its success.
Evolving with time
Having said that keeping it 'simple' has been an important factor, the show in no way is 'old-fashioned'. If the show would be providing us the same attributes of characters that were portrayed when the show started, we are sure, the show wouldn't have lasted this long. The growing 'tappu sena' are no longer portrayed as innocent kids, but are smart and aware teenagers. A perfect blend of modern world and simplicity is the rare blend that the show gives us.
Getting celebrity guests to be a part of the sketches
With growing popularity, the show started welcoming several actor celebrities into their shows for either film promotions or special appearances. TMKOC has hosted all the major league actors from
Shah Rukh Khan to
Salman Khan and
Amitabh Bachchan among many more. The distinct part, though, has been the participation of the guests in the comedy sketches. Why wouldn't a fan love watching his/her favourite actor doing crazy and unimaginable stuff!
Dilip Joshi's outstanding portrayal as Jethalal Champaklal Gada 
It may be marginally unfair to single out one actor from the ensemble cast the show presents and mention that he/she is a standout person. However, what started off as
Disha Vakani aka Daya winning accolades has now become a total
Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal show. His rib-tickling characterization, absurdly funny expressions and astonishingly perfect sense of humour has not only made Jehtalal, but also TMKOC, the success it is. Having said that, the rest of the cast has managed to amuse one and all with their great performances.
It's fascinating how quickly 8 years passed. Many claim that the show has lost its true-blue touch in the recent tracks; which may be debatable. But, not many can argue, that even today, the 8:30-9:00pm slot is booked by millions to switch on the television and see 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasmah'.
Happy 8th Birthday team 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasmah'. Take a bow!
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Comments (6)
Congrats to the team of TMKOC! I m not a regular viewer of this show...but whenever i get time..i do watch it! It's one of the loveliest shows of TV! Hats off to the entire cast of TMKOC!!
8 years ago
Congratulations to the whole cast and crew for completing 8 glorious years. Today,there's nothing new in the show,old tracks being recycled,filler episodes,movie promotions,etc.but still people love the show because it's clean and entertaining compared to other daily soaps.And that's the reason it's still going on. I hope at least in the 8th year,popat does get married.
8 years ago
First of all, it is gonna be longest running daily show on television after Balika Badhu ends as no other daily shows is as old as TMKOC(28th July,2008). Some show might be ahead in terms of episodes by coming Monday-Sunday making actors life hectic and hell just for TRP. No matter what people here will comment , no matter some people sometimes like it or not. The truth is that It has proved to be the best show ever happened on Indian television. Be it Keeping it simple. Be it attracting any celebrity to promote their movies. The only show which has manger to attract family. It has managed to make family sit together and watch a show together on television. It is only show that simply runs on giving us a comedy in simple way in day to day living. The only show which has always been consistent in So called TRP race no matter what. The show has reached to such a success that even if their characters stand together , people will love to watch it inspite of some nonsense tracks in other shows. There are uncountable reasons to prove that nothing can beat TMKOC . Hats off to all actors specially Dilip Joshie and Amit Bhatt and Asit Kumarr Modi.
8 years ago
Congrats Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, even after 8 years still it's one of best indian show.
8 years ago
Congratulations, #TMKOC ! and a Very Happy Birthday! Totally agree with your post. TMKOC is just unique and always fulfils its promise of making us laugh and forget all our tension! Each and every character of the show is equally talented, as you said. :)
8 years ago
8 Things should change-- -Repetation of popatlal's marriage tracks. -Nattu's payment hike -Tarak s diet food -Pinku's parents -Daya's Mrs.India Maa -When will sundar return all those money taken from his beloved Jijaji -Garba everytime and anywhere -Makeover of Gada Electronics too ! -
8 years ago